The Philadelphia Dance Theatre once again will be staging an exciting version of “The Nutcracker” ballet featuring ties to the local community. Set in late 19th century Philadelphia, the show will be presented on Thanksgiving weekend in the Kurtz Performing Arts Center at the William Penn Charter School, 3000 W. School House Lane in Germantown. Show times are 7 p.m. Friday, November 23rd, and at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Saturday, November 24th.